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Manchester City have been relentless in their pursuit of Everton's John Stones. After having multiple bids rejected, they have put in a final offer for £40 million. Manager Pep Guardiola will not allow this potential deal to hold up his entire transfer season. With Everton potentially holding out for at least £50 million, he may have to move on rather quickly.

USMNT goalkeeper Brad Guzan has a new Premier League home. Newly promoted Middlesbrough has signed the former Aston Villa backstop on a free transfer. He will compete with former Barcelona keeper, and fellow Boro summer signee, Victor Valdes for the starting job.

Brayan Jimenez, former Guatemalan football chief, has pleaded guilty to charges of racketeering and wire fraud. He faces 20 years in prison for each count. Jimenez reportedly took six digit bribes related to the selling for television rights for the World Cup in Guatemala.